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Every fireplace installation is different, but the most basic installation is done on an exterior, blank wall. There are several steps involved including framing, sheetrocking, building a platform, and of course venting, assembling and installing the unit. Some clients choose to have their contractor complete the framing and finishing work, but it is important to have a certified installer install […]

When dealing with fire you can never be too safe. Here are a few tips on how to safely enjoy the warmth of a wood burning fireplace: — Don’t use too much paper to build a fire. — Never burn charcoal indoors; it can give off lethal amounts of carbon monoxide. — Keep flammable materials away from the mantle. — Before you […]

The colder weather and upcoming holidays have many homeowners scrambling to have their fireplaces ready. We’ve been getting many maintenance requests daily. Here are a few steps you can take to prep your fireplace for the winter: Wood Fireplaces Both masonry and factory-built wood burning fireplaces should be swept annually. Check the refractory panels to make sure they are in […]